Baskets & Posies in Tooting Bec – Crafted by Your Local Florist

Welcome to Florist Tooting Bec, your local flower specialists nestled close to Tooting Bec Underground, not far from Tooting Common and the lively Upper Tooting Road. Our passionate team has years of experience creating beautiful bouquets, baskets, and posies, designed to brighten your home or mark life’s special moments. We’re proud to be part of the vibrant Tooting Bec community, delivering flowers across the area with care and personal touch.

Whether you’re looking for a classic white rose posy, a cheerful mixed basket, or a unique hand-tied arrangement, you can trust our expert florists for fresh, seasonal blooms sourced daily. We also cover nearby Balham, Streatham, and Tooting Broadway—making it easier than ever to delight friends, family, or colleagues, wherever they are.

  • Fresh, hand-arranged flowers for all occasions
  • Same-day flower delivery in Tooting Bec until 3 PM
  • Friendly service from a trusted, independent florist

Ordering is simple—just order online with us and let our local team take care of the rest. As locals ourselves, we know how to craft arrangements with the style, colour, and care that our neighbours love. Thank you for choosing Florist Tooting Bec for your baskets, posies, and all your special floral moments!

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BASKETS / POSIES
A vibrant yet tender basket arrangement composed with careful florist's attention: several pristine white Gerbera daisies take centre stage, their bright petals contrasted by deep brown-black discs that draw the eye inward, while clusters of soft blush-pink carnations nestle around them, their frothy layers introducing a gentle, romantic rhythm. Filling the spaces are numerous small white and pale yellow daisy-like blooms-probably spray chrysanthemums or asters- which create a plush, abundant texture. Scattered sparingly throughout are tiny blue-lavender star-shaped blossoms that lift the palette with cool, delicate punctuation. The flowers rest in a light-woven wicker basket crafted from thin wooden strips, the curved brown handle framing the display and enhancing its homely, artisanal feel. A generous mix of foliage completes the composition: silvery-green, rounded eucalyptus leaves add a modern, calming note and subtle fragrance, while darker, glossy ruscus branches trail outward on the left, creating a graceful cascade and visual movement. The overall light is bright and natural, highlighting petal edges and the soft sheen on leaves to make each element feel fresh and alive. Prepared in our small Tooting Bec studio, this basket reads as a thoughtful gift, a gentle centrepiece, or a sympathetic offering-an arrangement that conveys purity, warmth and quiet care for neighbours around Tooting Bec, Balham and the surrounding SW17 streets.
ALWAYS HERE FOR YOU BASKET
£50.00
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Step into a sunlit studio near Tooting Bec and you glimpse a luminous Florist Choice Basket captured in an overhead close-up. The basket overflows with a curated chorus of blooms and greens: hot pink peonies with ruffled petals, white ranunculus in neat spirals, pale pink hydrangeas forming cloud-like clusters, blush-cream roses, and the stark purity of white anemones with their near-black centers. Intermittent are tiny white fillers and wisps of eucalyptus that trace the bouquet's edges, lending a fresh woodland feel. The color story moves from deep fuchsia to creamy white to soft pink, punctuated by the greens that make every blossom pop. The stems settle in a light, white-washed woven basket, its handle visible and tenderly hugged by the blossoms, creating a rustic yet refined presentation that would suit a celebratory table in a Balham or Streatham living room just a short ride from Tooting Bec Common. The photo is framed by a clean white square label overlaying the arrangement, announcing Florist Choice Basket in scripted letters with the price ?60 in bold white numerals. This is more than a bouquet; it's a premium gift idea - a confident statement of taste and care. Imagine gifting it for an anniversary, a birthday, or a heartfelt thank-you, and having it delivered with reliability across south London, including Clapham, Mitcham, and the edges of Bromley. Freshness, care, and artistry are evident in every petal and leaf, and the bouquet's generous scale promises to brighten a room and lift a mood the moment it arrives at the doorstep.
FLORIST CHOICE SYMPATHY BASKET
£60.00
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A serene funeral flower arrangement sits in a pale, off-white woven basket with a generous curved handle, carefully positioned on a smooth white surface so that every nuance of colour and texture is clearly visible. The composition feels both abundant and composed, like a quiet garden gathered with love by a Tooting Bec florist who understands the tenderness of saying goodbye. At its heart, a single creamy white rose opens in a perfect spiral, symbolising peace and reverence. On either side, rich purple calla lilies curve upwards, their trumpet forms and velvety petals lending a sense of sophistication and solemn dignity, much like the stillness inside a small chapel off Trinity Road. Scattered gracefully among them are delicate clematis flowers in soft lavender and pale lilac, their star-shaped petals and gentle yellow centres bringing lightness and a whisper of hope. Clusters of yellow and white bell-shaped blooms, reminiscent of freesia or alstroemeria, pulse through the design like small, comforting candles, bright but never overpowering. From the right edge, a vivid magenta gerbera daisy peeks out, its layered petals echoing the intensity of shared memories and enduring love. All of these blooms are set against a lush carpet of glossy dark green leaves and finer, fresh green stems, building a rounded, full profile that feels generous yet refined. Subtle shadows on the white background anchor the basket, making it feel tangible and present, as if delivered the same day for a farewell gathering in Tooting Bec, offering a gentle, fragrant expression of sympathy and support.
TREASURED MOMENTS BASKET
£65.00
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A refined sympathy flower basket rests against a spotless white backdrop, its light wicker texture evoking the easy, familiar charm of Tooting Bec's side streets and quiet gardens. The basket, rectangular with gently rounded corners and a matching woven handle arching gracefully overhead, is filled to overflowing with carefully placed blooms. At the heart of the design are large, creamy white roses, perfectly opened so that every layer of velvety petal can be seen, like soft spirals of light. Their calm presence is gently contrasted by delicate clematis flowers in pale lavender and periwinkle tones, each bloom a graceful star with a vivid yellow-green center that draws the eye. Around these focal blooms, clusters of smaller white and buttery yellow freesia-like flowers create a sense of softness and airiness, as if a light breeze were passing through. Some of these blossoms remain in bud, promising further unfolding beauty, while others are just opening, their petals catching the light. Lush, dark green foliage forms a rich frame, with broad, glossy leaves and finer, more feathery stems adding both weight and movement to the composition. The overall colour palette is restrained yet luminous, ideal for a thoughtful funeral tribute or condolence gift delivered to homes near Tooting Bec station or to a memorial gathering in nearby Balham. The mood is one of quiet grace, offering comfort and a gentle reminder of renewal amid loss, as though a small, peaceful garden has been gathered into a single, lovingly crafted basket.
PEACE & PURITY BASKET
£65.00
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A refined funeral basket arrangement is shown in full detail, resting serenely against a bright white backdrop that allows every petal and leaf to stand out, much like a moment of stillness amid the bustle of Tooting Bec station. The basket itself is a smooth, pale wood, oval and slightly shallow, raised on discreet feet and finished with a graceful arched handle that frames the flowers without overwhelming them. From this base rises a rounded, abundant mound of blooms: creamy white roses fully unfurled, rich crimson carnations, and soft pink and white bi-coloured carnations with gentle streaks and edges of rose-red. The roses appear velvety and serene, their layered petals symbolising purity and remembrance, while the carnations introduce texture and depth, each ruffled petal creating small shadows that give the arrangement a three-dimensional, almost tactile quality. Among these larger flowers, small white blossoms, similar to freesias, peek through on slim stems, their bell-shaped blooms adding an airy, almost ethereal note. Deep green, glossy foliage provides a sturdy frame, with broad leaves cupping the flowers from beneath, and finer, feathery fronds-reminiscent of asparagus fern-softening the silhouette and adding height. The bouquet overflows the basket's rim in a controlled yet generous way, suggesting both abundance and quiet restraint, qualities often appreciated in tributes for a funeral or memorial service. One can imagine this piece prepared by an experienced florist in Tooting Bec, then delivered with care to a local church or crematorium, where its red and white palette offers comfort, love, and a sense of dignified farewell to grieving family and friends.
REMEMBRANCE BASKET
£60.00
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A richly textured, round bouquet is captured against a pristine white background, its full, domed form reminiscent of a garden gathered at its peak and expertly shaped by a local Tooting Bec florist. At the heart of the design are generous garden roses in shades of light pink, pale peach, and warm yellow, each bloom layered with soft, spiralling petals that create a plush, almost cloud-like effect. Threaded between these classic flowers are elegant clematis blooms, their slender petals in white and pale lavender radiating from bright yellow centers, lending a wild, cottage-garden charm. Striking stems of blue eryngium, or sea holly, rise through the softness, their spiky, metallic-blue heads and pointed bracts giving the bouquet a modern, sculptural twist that plays beautifully against the more traditional forms. Nestled among them, you can see deep purple lisianthus, some as tight, frilled buds and others opening into gentle cups, adding a sense of movement, like blossoms just unfurling after rain. Bright red hypericum berries dot the arrangement, their smooth, rounded forms catching the light and offering a cheerful contrast to the pastel roses. A lush mix of foliage, including glossy broad leaves, airy feathery greens, and a few darker, wine-toned sprigs, forms a verdant base and fills every gap, so the bouquet appears generous from every angle. The lighting is clean and even, highlighting the fresh, dewy quality of the flowers as though they have just arrived for same-day delivery somewhere between Tooting Bec Underground Station and the quiet residential streets nearby. The composition feels celebratory and warm, perfect for marking milestones, welcoming a new baby, or simply bringing a burst of garden beauty indoors.
ETERNAL MEMORY POSY
£100.00
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From a top-down perspective on a pure white field, this hand-gathered round bouquet reads as an emblem of gentle sophistication, crafted with large white oriental lilies and an abundance of creamy roses. The lilies' wide, trumpet-shaped petals are luminous and slightly translucent at their edges, each revealing pale green stamens and occasional subtle purple veining near the center that deepens the arrangement's tonal range. Surrounding these focal blooms are numerous ivory rosebuds and partially opened roses whose velveteen layers create a soft, tactile mass beneath the lilies. Interspersed throughout are delicate clusters of white Baby's Breath (Gypsophila), their tiny starry florets imparting a cloud-like airiness and bridging the spaces between larger flowers. A few sprigs of glossy green leaves emerge along the outer ring, their fresh brightness framing the bouquet and accentuating its circular geometry. The bouquet's craftsmanship is evident in its compact, balanced density and the way light skims over petal edges, suggesting a morning delivery picked up from Florist Tooting Bec and brought across Bellevue Road towards Tooting Bec station. The scent is a restrained mingling of lily sweetness and antique-rose warmth, evoking calm celebration and hopeful beginnings. Ideal as a bridal classic, a formal centerpiece for a reception near Tooting Market, or a thoughtful gesture for new parents or anniversaries, this arrangement carries a measured elegance and a local, familiar touch that speaks to the care of an experienced SW16 florist.
COMPASSION POSY
£90.00
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A rounded, luxurious bouquet of fresh lilies and roses appears suspended against a crisp white background, allowing every colour and curve to be clearly seen, much like holding the flowers up to the light in a calm corner of Tooting Bec. Dominating the design are generous white lilies, their graceful trumpet-shaped blooms open wide, revealing smooth, ivory petals that taper to soft green centres. Around them, pastel pink roses and creamy white roses are tucked closely together, their velvety petals spiralling inward; some are tight buds brimming with promise, while others are fully opened, creating a lush, layered effect. Punctuating this gentle palette are several striking magenta Oriental lilies, likely Stargazer-style, with deep pink petals dusted with darker speckles and strong yellow stamens that stand proudly at their core. These bolder blooms introduce drama and romance, echoing the feeling of a special evening out on Balham High Road. Threaded throughout the bouquet, countless tiny blossoms of white baby's breath form delicate, cloud-like clusters, softening the transitions between each flower and giving the whole arrangement a dreamy, romantic mist. Slivers of green foliage frame the blossoms, adding freshness and a subtle sense of movement, as though the bouquet has just been gathered from a well-tended garden. The lighting is bright yet gentle, highlighting the natural textures, from the silky sheen of the lilies to the plush softness of the roses. This arrangement conveys heartfelt affection and quiet celebration, ideal for weddings, anniversaries, or sending love to a home or hospital near Tooting Bec with a message of beauty, care, and thoughtful attention to detail.
CHERISHED MOMENTS POSY
£90.00
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Described with the care of a neighbourhood florist, this domed floral cushion blends soft pink roses and immaculate white freesias into a compact, textural tribute photographed on a stark white surface. The arrangement's language is tactile: large pink roses, some opened wide with layered, satiny petals and others in tighter buds, give a sense of unfolding, while clusters of smaller spray roses provide a whisper of contrast in tone and scale. White freesia punctuates the pinks, its tubular blooms and occasional exposed yellow stamens offering moments of bright clarity and a subtle citrus-fresh scent imagined even from the image. The supporting foliage is a studied mix - deep, glossy greens that anchor the composition and variegated leaves with creamy margins that lift the palette and add a light, decorative edge. Carefully packed so no stems show, the profile remains formal yet intimate, a rounded, cushion-like shape that reads as both elegant and consoling. Gentle daylight emphasizes the softness of the petals and the slightly dewy sheen on the leaves, making the roses appear inviting and the freesias crisp. This style is commonly chosen for memorial arrangements, funeral tributes, or as a quiet comfort gift, offering sentiments of sympathy and peaceful remembrance. As someone familiar with Tooting Bec's chapels and community spaces, I picture this placed near a chapel table or delivered to a family home on Trinity Road, radiating calm and care without fuss.
HEARTFELT SYMPATHY POSY
£90.00
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